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$PLTR USDA Modernization Targets Farm Records and Loan Access New systems could give producers easier electronic access to acreage records and federal loan information. October 16, 2026 LUBBOCK, T...

The USDA is replacing aging technology used for acreage reporting and loan administration with modern digital systems. Palantir developed the new acreage-reporting system and is partnering with USDA on the One Farmer, One File initiative.…

Texas Gas Prices Remain High as Crude Oil Exceeds $100

Gas prices are down in Amarillo, Tyler, Abilene and El Paso but up in Midland, Odessa and Lubbock. Here is the AAA Texas city-by-city breakdown and what could move prices next. Continue reading…

Lubbock, Texas, starts data center pause as Gov. Abbott blocks new permits pending audit

One seriously injured after semi breaks guardrail on I-27

A 61-year-old semi-truck driver was hospitalized with serious injuries early October 16 after his vehicle crashed through a guard rail on I-27 in Lubbock while attempting to avoid debris.

Late September car crash turns fatal in South Lubbock

A man has died from injuries sustained in a late September vehicle collision in South Lubbock after a driver reportedly ran a stop sign.

Lubbock Police Department Seeks Emergency Dispatchers For Critical First Response Role

Lubbock Police Department needs emergency dispatchers. These folks answer the call when residents need help most, staying calm while guiding first responders to the scene. Continue reading…

Lubbock Police Department Seeks Emergency Dispatchers For Critical First Response Role

Lubbock Police Department needs emergency dispatchers. These folks answer the call when residents need help most, staying calm while guiding first responders to the scene. Continue reading…

Texas Tech announces 2026 homecoming court nominees

Texas Tech University announced its 2026 Homecoming Court candidates on Friday, with voting occurring through midnight before winners are revealed during Saturday's football game.